Wiggins Dam
Key Takeaway
Wiggins Dam is classified as significant hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 28.3% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 139 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 127 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00050 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LEROY WIGGINS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wiggins Dam?
Wiggins Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Wiggins Dam?
Wiggins Dam is owned by LEROY WIGGINS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wiggins Dam built?
Wiggins Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Wiggins Dam?
Wiggins Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wiggins Dam?
Wiggins Dam has a dam height of 14 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.